Delicious Mini Orange Mince Pies Recipe

These Mini Orange Mince Pies are a delightful holiday treat. The combination of zesty orange and rich mincemeat filling encased in a flaky pastry is simply irresistible. They are perfect for festive gatherings or as a sweet treat during the holiday season. The preparation time for this recipe is approximately 40 minutes, and the recipe falls under the dessert category. Let's get started!

Ingredients

• 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, diced
• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
• Zest of 1 orange
• 1/4 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
• 1 cup mincemeat
• Powdered sugar, for dusting

Directions

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, diced butter, granulated sugar, and orange zest.
2. Using your fingertips, rub the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles breadcrumbs.
3. Add the orange juice gradually while mixing with a fork until the dough comes together.
4. Shape the dough into a ball, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
5. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a mini muffin pan.
6. Roll out the chilled dough on a lightly floured surface to a thickness of about 1/8 inch.
7. Using a circular cookie cutter, cut out rounds of dough slightly larger than the muffin cups.
8. Gently press the dough circles into the muffin cups, making sure they reach up the sides.
9. Fill each pastry case with a spoonful of mincemeat.
10. Cut out star shapes from the remaining dough and place them on top of each mince pie.
11. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the pastry is golden brown.
12. Allow the mince pies to cool in the pan for a few minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
13. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.

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